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Cozy Hatch Green Chili Chicken Stew: Easy 30-Minute Recipe

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This cozy hatch green chili chicken stew is a quick and easy 30-minute meal featuring tender chicken, a creamy broth, and smoky green chiles. Perfect for rainy nights or when you need a hug in a bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil for dairy-free)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs for more flavor)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (12-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (fire-roasted adds extra depth)
  • 1 (7-ounce) can diced hatch green chiles (mild or hot)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for garnish)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional, for garnish)
  • Tortilla chips or crusty bread (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place them in the pot and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen browned bits.
  5. Add the diced tomatoes (drained), hatch green chiles, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir together. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove the chicken from the pot and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Shred with two forks.
  7. Return the shredded chicken to the pot. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and cold water until smooth. Slowly pour the slurry into the stew while stirring constantly.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream (or coconut milk). Simmer for another 3-5 minutes until heated through and thickened. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Remove from heat. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired. Serve with tortilla chips or crusty bread.

Notes

For a thicker stew, add an extra tablespoon of flour mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water. For a spicier version, use hot hatch chiles and add a diced jalapeño. The stew tastes even better the next day as flavors meld.

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